The
Western Cape forms the most southerly portion of South Africa and offers
varied terrain and landscapes from fynbos and spectacular mountain ranges
to ocean vistas and the semi-desert plains of the dusty Karoo. The province
has an extensive coastline and is bordered by both the temperate Indian
and the cold Atlantic Oceans.

From
the coastline with over 800km of unspoiled beaches to the dry interior of
the Great Karoo, the Eastern Cape has a rich and diverse heritage. Incorporating
the seaside towns of East London and Port Elizabeth, the beauty of the Wild
Coast shoreline, the foothills of the majestic Drakensberg mountains and
unrivaled game viewing at the Addo Elephant and Shamwari game reserves,
the Eastern Cape has more than enough to offer.

From
the warm waters of the subtropical Durban coastline to the majestic Drakensberg
mountains, KwaZulu Natal has a variety of landscapes and recreational activities
to offer the traveler.

Northern
Cape

Free
State

Mpumalanga

The
Northern Cape, stretching across the vast plains of the Karoo, is a sparsely
populated province still relatively unspoiled by man. The Karoo, meaning
'land of great thirst' in the Hottentot language, blazes in the summer heat
yet its starkness and silence are breathtakingly beautiful.

The
vast open spaces of the Free State are the heart of South Africa's farming
country. Also referred to as the 'bread basket' of South Africa, the region
produces over 70% of South Africa's grain. Stretching across the great central
plateau of the interior, the province is symbolized by sunflowers, maize
and the rich Free State Goldfields.

Mpumalanga,
also known as 'the place of the rising sun' in the local SiSwati language,
has a broad spectrum of cultures, landscapes and attractions to offer. The
province encompasses large areas of the Kruger National and also includes
a host of private game reserves from rustic bushcamps to the height of luxury
in secluded lodges. Mpumalanga offers the visitor a close and exhilarating
encounter with the wildlife of Africa against the backdrop of the bushveld.

Gauteng

North-West
Province

Limpopo

Gauteng,
otherwise known as the 'Place of Gold', is the smallest yet most fast-paced
of the nine South African provinces. Rich in culture and heritage as well
as in gold, Gauteng is a diverse melting pot.

Peace,
quiet and wide-open spaces are symbolic of the North West Province. Here
travelers can enjoy a change of pace with a year-round sunny climate and
no malaria threat. An abundance of nature reserves allow for exciting game-viewing
experiences - both of the Big Five and of the lesser-known animals as well
as a colourful array of birdlife.

Dramatic
contrasts in landscape and vegetation are symbolic of the Limpopo Province.
Encompassing dry savannah plains, steep valleys and majestic mountain ranges,
the province is one of legend and of the early pioneers during the Great
Trek.